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Help me decide between these two 33's

Old Jun 2, 2013 | 11:20 PM
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Default Help me decide between these two 33's

I'm going to be getting so XD Addicts 17inch rims 4.5 backspacing for a 2010 Rubicon Unlimited no lift.

I shouldn't have rubbing issues unless fully flexed. I do some mudding, trails, most a daily driver though. Snow/ice performance is important when I'm back home, biggest thing I'm looking for is tread life I've narrowed it down between these two tires

Dick Cepek Radial F C II Tire 33X12.50R17/8 114Q OWL - Walmart.com

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The Nitto Trail Grapplers in the same size (link is blocked here at work)


I really like the look of the trail grapplers and the price is fair on both. Open to other options if you guys have any!
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 12:01 AM
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Can't give any input on those two but check out cooper discoverer stts. I love em.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 02:10 AM
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I have had both tires. I run the Nitto's currently and have had 3 sets of the DC's on my Liberty, Bronce, and Bronco II. The DC's are quieter and lighter than the Nitto's just because they are more of an all terrain then the Nitto's. I do like the Nitto's just slightly better in the snow and ice but they both have been great tires for me. I want to get 35's the next go around and I'm pretty sure I will be getting another set of Nitto's just because I think they look better on my truck. If it wasn't for that reason, I'd flip a coin between the two.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 02:30 AM
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Would a 295/70R17 fit?

The rims I'm getting are 4.5 on backspace.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 02:39 AM
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Originally Posted by gottabeHUGE
Would a 295/70R17 fit?

The rims I'm getting are 4.5 on backspace.
Yeah they will fit, may rub on the air dam at full lock or flexed but barely
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 06:55 AM
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I think I'll be going with the DC's. just to be sure they won't work with my stock rim correct? The ones I want have 4.5 inches of backspace. I don't want to install spacers. No serious off roading. I appreciate all of the help
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